Failure to Rescue

Failure to Rescue, focuses on one of the most critical challenges in healthcare recognizing early signs of patient deterioration and taking timely, effective action to prevent adverse outcomes. Designed specifically for nurses and other frontline healthcare professionals, this course equips participants with the knowledge, critical thinking skills, and situational awareness needed to identify subtle changes in patient condition, escalate care appropriately, and improve patient survival rates.

Through real-world case studies, evidence-based strategies, and interactive discussions, learners will gain insight into the root causes of “failure to rescue” events and learn best practices for early recognition, communication, and intervention.

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the concept and impact of “Failure to Rescue” in healthcare outcomes.

Recognize early warning signs and subtle clinical changes indicating patient decline.

Strengthen clinical judgment and prioritization in acute care settings.

Apply effective communication and escalation strategies using teamwork and SBAR.

Implement evidence-based interventions to reduce preventable harm and mortality.